The Latest: Gov. Martinez calls on lawmakers to fight crime

Both Rio Rancho Officer Nigel Benner and Albuquerque Police Officer Dan Webster were shot by suspects who had long criminal histories.

The New Mexico Legislature has convened for a 30-day session that will focus on crafting a nearly $6.5 billion budget and addressing education and public safety issues.

The governor is expected to highlight her priorities, from criminal justice reforms to education.

In the weeks leading up to the legislative session, Martinez outlined many of her top priorities as part of a nearly $6.5 budget proposal.

[...] Martinez has wide discretion over what bills are heard, and she has already said that resolving the stalemate over immigrant driver's licenses and a right-to-work proposal will be on the agenda.